AI Ethics Research Scientist - Intern

• Do you have a PhD or MSc with a relevant background in AI Ethics? 
• Are you looking for your next step toward AI / ML? 
• Do you want to be based in Zurich and work with a leading AI Research Lab? 

If so, great! Apply here and let’s discuss your next challenge. 

Sony Research is dedicated to driving innovation, advancing technology and ensuring that AI is developed responsibly, ethically, and inclusively. The AI Ethics team focuses on creating frameworks, tools, and methodologies that promote trust, transparency, fairness, and accountability in AI tools and technologies. See more details on the AI Ethics Team at Sony AI here: https://ai.sony/projects/ai-ethics/

We are seeking a motivated and passionate AI Ethics Intern to join our diverse team. As an intern, you will contribute to cutting-edge projects aimed at addressing ethical challenges in AI. This internship will provide you with hands-on experience in exploring ethical dimensions in AI research, offering a unique opportunity to work alongside researchers and engineers in a globally diverse team.

Learn more about Sony AI here: 

www.linkedin.com/company/sonyai/life  

https://ai.sony  

Roles and Responsibilities:  

Responsibilities will depend on the project you are assigned to, and will include a combination of the following:

• Conduct fundamental and innovative research in AI ethics, including but not limited to data collection, AI evaluation and algorithmic bias mitigation.
• Be self-motivated and capable of proposing and implementing innovative ideas.
• Contribute to the development of tools and frameworks to assess and mitigate AI-related risks in computer vision, such as bias, fairness, and transparency.
• Set up technical experiments to conduct bias evaluations in computer vision, or conduct interviews on AI ethics-related topics
• Contribute to creating training materials, guidelines, and best practices for responsible AI.
• Publish influential research outcomes in top-tier conferences and journals. 

Required Qualifications and Skills:  

• Currently pursuing a degree (Masters or PhD) in Computer Science or socio-technical AI topics.
• Strong interest in AI ethics and responsible AI development.
• Familiarity with ethical principles and frameworks in AI, in particular algorithmic fairness, bias detection and mitigation
• Strong understanding of AI and machine learning techniques in computer vision
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience with programming languages, preferably Python.
• Preferred: Experience with research communities, including having published papers at conferences/journals

Your new office:  

Surrounded by Swiss Alps, the Schlieren office is at the doorstep of Zurich, which is consistently voted in top three best cities to live. The city benefits from a very rich ecosystem where prestigious universities, research institutes, companies and organizations collaborate for the development and design of next generation technologies. Our office is very well connected with public transports (train, tram, bus) and located in a very modern and bright building. We have several enjoyable break rooms as well as a terrace which we use for regular social team events or as a casual working area. Our team is unique and international, representing engineering and sales/marketing functions, which creates this unique and passionate Sony Swiss DNA. 

Life at Sony Research: 

Our work environment is diverse and motivated with an innovative open mindset. Sony AI is committed to building a diverse team of people with different characters, stories and skillsets because we know this drives innovation and creativity. Our commitment to nurturing a friendly and supportive place of work where everyone has a sense of belonging and inclusion creates an atmosphere of learning and personal growth. We focus on achieving healthy work-life balance for our teams, supported by hybrid and flexible working. 

You will work on exciting projects at the cutting edge of AI that are in the realms of entertainment or for the betterment of society, and you will have access to the most innovative technologies from across the Sony universe and the opportunity to partner with Sony’s leading companies. 

When projects are finished, we publish our work, and all our contributors are recognised on research pieces, at top-tier conferences, and in journals. You will also have access to workshops and development programs to expand your knowledge and skills. We want you to drive your career, find your direction and take authorship of your personal story at Sony AI, while enjoying the security and the resource-rich environment that comes with being part of a global corporation that has R&D in its DNA. 

Bring your uniqueness to Sony: 

We are passionate about creating a culture that promotes equity and cultivates inclusion, diversity, and belonging. We want employees with diverse backgrounds and perspectives that will stimulate innovation and have a direct impact on our creation of social value to fulfil Sony’s purpose – ‘to fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology’. We want you to bring your unique self to work and help shape our culture. 

Equal Opportunity: 

Sony Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, or any other protected characteristics. 

Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Europe 

Sony Europe will provide reasonable accommodation for any qualified individuals with disabilities in the application process. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at AccommodationRequest@eu.sony.com or by mail to: Sony Europe B.V, Human Resources Department, the Heights, Brooklands, Surrey, KT13 0XW, UK. When contacting us please indicate the position you are applying for, and the accommodation required. 

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